Description:

Are you looking to join a team that is passionate about what they do? Are you someone who embraces both a growth mindset and feedback-rich culture?

We are NFC. We are comprised of top talent at every level on our bi-coastal team, where our team is guided by integrity and committed to finding the best possible solutions, prioritizing collaboration and strategic thinking. We stress the importance of balance while supporting one's whole self and it's our ambition to truly make a difference for both or clients and our team members.

Our commitment to our attorneys and their ability to lead their own growth and professional development is an integral part of our foundation and reflected in our department structure. With separate departments for Employment Counseling/Training/Investigations and Employment Litigation we empower our attorneys to focus on the area and skillset they are most passionate about. At NFC, we believe feedback is fuel and we team with our employees to build a workplace that provides an opportunity for significant growth and achievement and our incredibly high retention rate reflects the longstanding dedication of our team.

We are not your typical law firm and we'd love to hear how your extraordinary experience, talents and commitment may fit ours.

Associate - (San Diego, California)
NFC is looking to hire an experienced Associate for our growing West Coast office. NFC expects this position to be held by a highly motivated, detail-oriented individual who excels in a fast paced, entrepreneurial environment that values top-quality work and positive contributions to the workplace.

Hours: Full-Time (1,800 Billable Hours – with option to discuss flexibility in hours)

Classification: Exempt Position

Essential Functions:
Applicants must have at least 3 – 8 years of substantive employment law experience.

Responsibilities are focused on independently managing all aspects of employment litigation matters for private sector corporate clients in California, specifically:

Proactive communication with NFC team
Proactive communication with NFC clients
Preparing and responding to written discovery (including E-discovery)
Preparing and responding to motions
Attendance at depositions, hearings, motions, mediations
Trial preparation and attendance
Assisting with the counseling of clients on a wide variety of employment issues

Skills Required:

Must be admitted to the CA Bar
Experience supervising junior attorneys is a plus
Exceptional legal writing and communication skills
Excellent research skills
Strong attention to detail
Strong interpersonal skills
The ability to work collaboratively and positively in a dynamic team environment
The ability to identify and resolve problems quickly
The ability to manage multiple clients and matters.